THE BILLIONAIRE'S DESIRE novel Chapter 16

CHAPTER 16

"What is the matter, Miss Ella?" Patty massaged her eyes immediately upon hearing Ella shout her name. When Patty noticed her caressing her back while she continued to grimace in agony, she decided Mugsy's time had come to see the outside world. "Relax and take a deep breath," Patty said. Daniella's room had an intercom, and Patty promptly phoned Peter's room and notified him to prepare for the hospital visit.

Patty aided Daniella in going down the stairs when everyone was up and waiting enthusiastically for them. Patty could tell by their expressions that they were also looking forward to seeing Mugsy.

Daniella desired to unwind, but the contractions persisted. It was too terrible to endure, but she reminded herself that other women had survived childbirth with no complications. Everything would be OK between her and Mugsy, she reasoned as she carefully approached the automobile.

If others could do it, then she could as well, and she should be strong for Mugsy! Daniella climbed into the car, her head held high, with a renewed sense of resolve and confidence. Patty broke a fresh egg and instructed her to take it in one gulp while in the car. According to legend, she despised everything that was raw, but when she was in agony, she would try everything to alleviate her, and Patty felt that the fresh egg may assist her in the birth.

Doctor Arbiol was prepared when they arrived at the hospital, and despite the excellent doctor's assurances that she would be well, she remained concerned and fearful. She wished Marcus had been present during the procedure to hold her hand and murmur sweet nothings to ease the agony of childbirth.

Other ladies said that it was completely painless; they must be kidding! Daniella was just coping with the discomfort when the contractions became unbearable, and she began to question her ability to survive. The anguish returned with a vengeance, and every muscle in her body stiffened.

It's the sensation of constipation multiplied by a thousand or more; that's how labor felt. She was too fatigued and unable to concentrate at the time. Daniella asked the doctor if she might sleep as she awaited the baby's natural birth, but the doctor answered no. She must remain awake to ensure that progress is made, otherwise the child's life will be jeopardized while still inside her.

When her water broke, she believed the ordeal was nearly over! However, she was forced to endure another round of severe contractions before Doctor Arbiol pronounced that she was completely dilated and the baby had sunk to a comfortable position in her pelvis. Low enough that pushing the kid out took only approximately five minutes!

Daniella felt relieved and delight pour over her entire body when she heard Mugsy's first scream. The bliss of motherhood! The sensation was wonderful, and she was on the verge of tears as she held her baby for the first time.

"Mugsy..." she murmured. Seeing her for the first time was the most beautiful feeling she had ever had, and the ecstasy penetrated deep into her soul, taking her breath away.

"I'm delighted for you, Ella. You have a stunning daughter that is just like you." Doctor Arbiol congratulated the new mother, who broke down in tears. Her father would be overjoyed to see his one and only daughter become a mother...if he were still alive and well. "What are your plans for your child's name, Ella?" She enquired.